Canon IXUS 165 vs Sony WX500
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Canon IXUS 165 vs Sony WX500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 128g - 95 x 54 x 22mm
- Announced January 2015
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5-6.4) lens
- 236g - 102 x 58 x 36mm
- Released April 2015
- Earlier Model is Sony WX350
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In this article, we will be looking at the Canon IXUS 165 vs Sony WX500, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Sony. The resolution of the IXUS 165 (20MP) and the WX500 (18MP) is pretty close and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe IXUS 165 was revealed 3 months prior to the WX500 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon IXUS 165 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX500 being a Compact camera.
Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the IXUS 165 scores versus the WX500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon IXUS 165 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The full galleries are available at Canon IXUS 165 Gallery & Sony WX500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon IXUS 165 over the Sony WX500
| IXUS 165 | WX500 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony WX500 over the Canon IXUS 165
| WX500 | IXUS 165 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Canon IXUS 165 and Sony WX500
| IXUS 165 | WX500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2015 |  | April 2015 | Same age |
| Manually focus |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | No Touch screen |
Canon IXUS 165 vs Sony WX500 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Canon IXUS 165 features external dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony WX500 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the IXUS 165 compared to the WX500.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the IXUS 165 and WX500 is 96 and 91 respectively.
Canon IXUS 165 vs Sony WX500 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing technical specs. The visual below may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the IXUS 165 and WX500.
As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Canon IXUS 165 to provide you with extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively.
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Canon IXUS 165 vs Sony WX500 Specifications
| Canon IXUS 165 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
| Model type | Canon IXUS 165 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Announced | 2015-01-06 | 2015-04-14 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | DIGIC 4+ | Bionz X |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.5-6.4 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 230k dots | 921k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 0.8 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.00 m | 5.40 m (with Auto ISO) |
| Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, flash on, slow sync, flash off, rear sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD, XAVC S |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 128 grams (0.28 lb) | 236 grams (0.52 lb) |
| Dimensions | 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 102 x 58 x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 220 pictures | 360 pictures |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NB-11L/LH | NP-BX1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail price | $0 | $348 |
